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X279 NVX

2000 Ford Escort Van

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,874 mi
Last recorded129,874 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2008
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort Van93,243 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX279 NVX
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2008 129,874 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 129,874 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 123,469 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 123,457 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 91,451 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 62,088 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort Van?

Based on 45,183 MOT tests across 9,196 vehicles.

58.4%
Pass Rate
6,842
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
9,196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,850
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,371
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,763
Registration plate lamp not working 3,515
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X279 NVX is a 2000 Ford Escort Van in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Ford Escort Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 93,243 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort Van fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 8,850 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X279 NVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort Van typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Ford Escort Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X279 NVX?

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What year was X279 NVX registered?

X279 NVX is a 2000 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 11 September 2000.

Is X279 NVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X279 NVX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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